AP ICET 2026 Analytical Ability Questions with Answers: Get ICET Questions on Problem Solving & Data Sufficiency

Andhra Pradesh - Integrated Common Entrance Test (APICET) 2026 ( APICET )

DeskCalelnderRegistration - 5 Feb '26 - 23 Mar '26

Shruti
Shruti Garg
Assistant Manager- Editorial
Updated on Jun 10, 2025 16:19 IST
Candidates preparing for AP ICET 2026 can check the AP ICET analytical ability questions 2026. Candidates can assess the difficulty level and exam pattern. AP ICET 2026 exam will be held tentatively in first week of May, in offline mode. Download the APICET previous year question paper PDF here.

Candidates preparing for AP ICET 2026 can check the AP ICET analytical ability questions 2026. AP ICET 2026 exam will be held tentatively in first week of May, in offline mode. Download the APICET previous year question paper PDF here.

AP ICET Analytical Ability Questions

AP ICET Analytical Ability Questions

AP ICET 2026 exam, conducted by Andhra University, will be held in first week of May, in offline mode. APICET question paper 2026 have three sections: Analytical Ability, Communication Ability, and Mathematical Ability. Candidates preparing for the AP ICET 2026 Analytical Ability section can check important questions. AP ICET analytical ability will include questions from data sufficiency, sequence & series, data analysis, coding & decoding, and date & time arrangement problems.

Candidates preparing for AP ICET 2026 exam must check the AP ICET syllabus. This article provides past years’ AP ICET Analytical Ability questions. Also, candidates can download previous years’ AP ICET question papers with answer PDFs to assess exam’s difficulty level and question pattern.

Table of contents
  • AP ICET Analytical Ability Pattern and Weightage
  • AP ICET Analytical Ability Questions 2026 (Expected)
  • AP ICET Analytical Ability Previous Year Question Paper
  • AP ICET Analytical Ability Difficulty Level

AP ICET Analytical Ability Pattern and Weightage

Candidates preparing for the Analytical ability section of AP ICET 2026, must check the table below to know the APICET exam pattern and section-wise weightage:

Sections

No. of Questions

(i) Data Sufficiency 

20

(ii) Problem Solving

55

Total

75

Q&A Icon
Commonly asked questions
Q:   From where can I download the Andhra Pradesh ICET previous year question papers?
A: 
Andhra Pradesh ICET previous year question papers are available online. Candidates can visit the official website of Shiksha (https://shiksha.com/mba/apicet-exam-question-papers) to download the past years question papers. Candidates will be able to download the question paper for free. Andhra Pradesh ICET question paper will help candidates to acquaint with the difficulty level and actual exam environment. Candidates must assess their performance and preparation level with the help of previous year question papers. Candidates must ensure to solve AP ICET previous year question paper to reinforce learning and revision of important topics.
Q:   Is Andhra Pradesh ICET response sheet out?
A: 

AP ICET 2026 response sheet will be released at cets.apsche.ap.gov.in tentatively in first week of May 2026. Candidates who will appear for exam can download their response sheet along with the preliminary Andhra Pradesh ICET answer key and question paper. Andhra Pradesh ICET 2026 exam will be held on April 28. Conduting body releases the Andhra Pradesh ICET answer key, repsonse sheet and question paper soon after the exam is conducted.

Q:   Will the APICET question paper have descriptive type questions?
A: 

No, all the questions in the APICET question paper will be objective type questions and will be in MCQ format. Candidates will be given four options for each question. Candidates will have to select the correct option for each question. Andhra Pradesh ICET question paper will consist of 200 Multiple Choice Questions. Each question will be for one mark. There will be no negative marking for any wrong answers. Candidates will have to attempt the 200 questions in 150 minutes. There will be no sectional time limit to attempt the AP ICET exam sections. AP ICET 2026 exam will be held in first week of May in computer based mode across 25 districts of Andhra Pradesh.

AP ICET Analytical Ability Questions 2026 (Expected)

AP ICET analytical ability have questions based on data in the form of two statements, sequence and series, data analysis, coding and decoding problems and date, time and arrangement problems. This section consists of 75 questions, each worth one mark each. Check below to know expected analytical questions for AP ICET 2026.  

In questions below, a question will be followed by two statements labelled as I and II. Students have to decide whether data given in the statement is sufficient to answer the question, using the data make an appropriate choice from (1) to (4) as per the following guidelines:

  • Mark choice (1) if the statement I alone is sufficient to answer the question
  • Mark choice (2) if the statement II alone is sufficient to answer the question
  • Mark choice (3) if the statement I and II together are sufficient to answer the question but neither along statement is sufficient.
  • Mark choice (4) if the statements I and II together are not sufficient to answer the question and additional data is required.

Q. What is the cost of each pen?

Statements

  1. The cost of 3 pens and 4 pencils is INR 10
  2. The cost of 12 pencils and 9 pens is INR 30

Options:

  1. 1
  2. 2
  3. 3
  4. 4

Correct Answer Option 4

Q. What is the value of x?

Statements

  1. x+3y= 9
  2. 3x+9y= 27

Options:

  1. 1
  2. 2
  3. 3
  4. 4

Correct Answer Option 4

Q. For the positive integer n, is n-10 odd?

Statements

  1. n-16 is a positive integer
  2. n+12 is even

 Options:

  1. 1
  2. 2
  3. 3
  4. 4

Correct Answer Option 2

Q. Four friends, A,B,C and D got the top four ranks in a test but A did not get the first, B did not get the second, C did not get the third and D did not get the fourth. Who secured which rank?

Statements

  1. Neither A and D were among the first 2 ranks
  2. Neither B and C was third or fourth

Options:

  1. 1
  2. 2
  3. 3
  4. 4

Correct Answer Option 3

Q. What is the value of x in the equation 2x+5=11

Statements

  1. x=3
  2. x is a prime number

Options:

  1. 1
  2. 2
  3. 3
  4. 4

Correct Answer Option 1

Q. Find odd thing from the following

  1. Cricket
  2. Chess
  3. Hockey
  4. Football

Correct Answer Option 2

Q. Find odd thing from the following

  1. bb DEF H
  2. cc EFG I
  3. aa CDE G
  4. ff HIJ L

Correct Answer Option 4

Q. Find odd from the following

  1. 121
  2. 144
  3. 169
  4. 226

Correct Answer Option 4

Q. Find odd thing from the following

  1. Nephrology
  2. Astrology
  3. Pathology
  4. Mycology

Correct Answer Option 2

Q. Find the missing number: 0.5, 2, 4.5, 8, 12.5,____

  1. 16
  2. 18
  3. 17
  4. 19

Correct Answer Option 2

Q. Find the missing number: 5,10,17,26,37,_____

  1. 46
  2. 49
  3. 48
  4. 50

Correct Answer Option 4

Q. Find the missing letter: R,U,X,A,D,_

  1. E
  2. F
  3. G
  4. I

Correct Answer Option 3

Q. Find the missing letter: aB, bB, cD, dD,__

  1. eE
  2. eF
  3. fF
  4. fG

Correct Answer Option 2

Also Read: AP ICET Preparation

Q. Find the missing number: 1,4,27, 256,3125,__

  1. 7776
  2. 56646
  3. 46656
  4. 1296

Correct Answer Option 3

Q. If in a certain code language, ‘HELPER’ is coded as ‘REPLEH’, the code for ‘SATURN’ is

  1. ASUTNER
  2. NRTUAS
  3. NRUTSA
  4. NRUTAS

 Correct Answer Option 4

Q. If in a certain code language ‘RIGHT’ is coded as ‘THGIR’, how would ‘OCTOBER’ be coded?

  1. REOBTCO
  2. REBOCTO
  3. REBOTOC
  4. REBOTCO

 Correct Answer Option 4

 Q. if x= 48 and RUN= 106, then what will be CAT?

  1. 48
  2. 24
  3. 35
  4. 125

Correct Answer Option 1

Q. APPLE is coded as 50, the ORANGE is coded as

  1. 50
  2. 80
  3. 70
  4. 60

Correct Answer Option 4

Q. If CAR is 22, SCOOTER= ?

  1. 33
  2. 44
  3. 11
  4. 95

Correct Answer Option 4

Q. 23:57::1113:___

  1. 1719
  2. 1516
  3. 1517
  4. 1917

Correct Answer Option 1

Staying updated about the latest educational events is just a click away
Enter Mobile Number

AP ICET Analytical Ability Previous Year Question Paper

Candidates can refer to table below to download the AP ICET analytical Ability previous year question paper:

AP ICET Year

Shift

AP ICET Question Paper PDF

AP ICET 2025 Shift 1 Download PDF
Shift 2 Download PDF
AP ICET 2024

Shift 1

Download PDF

Shift 2

Download PDF

AP ICET 2023

Shift 1

Download PDF

Shift 2

Download PDF

AP ICET 2022

Shift 1

Download PDF

Shift 2

Download PDF

AP ICET 2021

Shift 1

Download PDF

Shift 2

Download PDF

Shift 3

Download PDF

Shift 4

Download PDF

AP ICET 2020

Shift 1

Download PDF

Shift 2

Download PDF

Shift 3

Download PDF

Shift 4

Download PDF

AP ICET 2019

 

Shift 1

Download PDF

Shift 2

Download PDF

Q&A Icon
Commonly asked questions
Q:   Can I download the APICET question paper soon after the exam is over?
A: 

Candidates cannot download the APICET question paper soon after appearing for the exam. The official question paper is released along with the release of the preliminary answer key and response sheet. Candidates can access the APICET question paper here. AP ICET 2026 answer key will be released online at cets.apsche.ap.gov.in along with the official question papers. Candidates are not required to enter their login credentials to download the answer key and question paper.

Q:   Is Andhra Pradesh ICET 2024 question papers released?
A: 

Yes, Andhra Pradesh ICET 2024 question papers are released on the official website. Andhra Pradesh ICET conducting body released the APICET question paper 2024 for both slots along with the answer key and candidate's response sheet. Candidates can now download the Andhra Pradesh ICET 2024 question paper from the Shiksha portal or official website.

Q:   When will Andhra Pradesh ICET question papers release?
A: 

Andhra University, Visakhapatnam, will release the Andhra Pradesh ICET 2026 question papers tentatively in second week of May 2025 soon after the exams are over. AP ICET 2026 official question papers will be released along with the provisional answer key. Andhra Pradesh ICET 2026 exam will be scheduled tentatively in first week of May. Candidates will be able to access the Andhra Pradesh ICET question paper 2026 along with the preliminary answer key and candidate response sheet. Authorities will release the Andhra Pradesh ICET question paper 2026 PDF for both slots.

Explore colleges based on APICET

Guntur
#70 NIRF
₹6.70 L
Guntur
₹15.28 K
Guntur
101-125 NIRF
₹4.00 L
Tirupati
₹63.70 K

Want better recommendations?

There is a 90% more chance of getting best college recommendations by sharing preferences.
Vijayawada
#270 Business Today
₹1.20 L
Visakhapatnam
₹1.20 L
Visakhapatnam
101-125 NIRF
₹10.82 L
Bhimavaram
₹87.90 K
Andhra Pradesh - Other
#99 NIRF
₹15.00 L
Visakhapatnam
₹95.00 K
Confused about which college or exam to opt for?assitentRcpRhsImage
  • Chat with our counselor
  • Get your personalised list of colleges & exams matching your preferences
View allCollections

Explore more MBA exams with upcoming dates

OJEE 2026: Last date of fee payment

22 Mar '26

TGICET Registration (Without L...

12 Feb '26 - 23 Mar '26

SMAT 2026 Phase 3 Registration...

23 Mar '26

PU MET Registrations 2026

3 Jan '25 - 28 Mar '26

GE & PI

10 Mar '26 - 28 Mar '26

MU BAAT 2026 Early Evaluation ...

12 Jan '26 - 31 Mar '26

Alliance AMAT 2026 Last Date o...

31 Mar '26

JET MBA 2026 registration last date

31 Mar '26

KIITEE MBA 2026 GD and PI

1 Apr '26 - 5 Apr '26

VITBEE Application Form 2026

31 Oct '25 - 12 Apr '26

AP ICET Analytical Ability Difficulty Level

The difficulty level of AP ICET analytical ability section is usually moderate. Candidates must prepare well for this section to answer questions with accuracy. Analytical ability remains the time-consuming section. AP ICET Analytical ability has the maximum weightage of 75 marks. To maintain speed in the AP ICET Analytical Ability section, thorough preparation is important. Candidates must focus on:

  • Mastering topics like data sufficiency, coding-decoding, series, analogies, syllogisms, blood relations, and visual reasoning.
  • Regularly solve questions from ICET mock test and question papers
  • Learn techniques to get solutions, especially for common question types.
  • Practice solving questions under timed conditions to improve speed.

Read More:

AP ICET Mock Test

Videos you may like
About the Author
author-image
Shruti Garg
Assistant Manager- Editorial

Shruti Garg is a graduate in English and Education with over 7 years of experience in content writing/editing and education journalism. At Shiksha.com, Shruti covers UG and PG entrance exams like MBA entrance exams,

Read Full Bio
Download Important Dates for MBA/PGDM Exams

News & Updates

Latest NewsPopular News

Explore Other Exams

Jul '26

IBSAT 2026 Registration

27 Dec '26 -

28 Dec '26

IBSAT 2026 Exam Date

12 Feb '26 -

23 Mar '26

TGICET Registration (Without L...

24 Mar '26 -

30 Mar '26

TGICET Registration (With Late...

Aug '26

NMAT 2026 Registration Window

Aug '26

NMAT 2026 Scheduling Window

10 Mar '26 -

28 Mar '26

GE & PI

Apr '26

MICAT Final Results

Jul '26

XAT 2027 registration dates

Sep '26

XAT 2027 mock test

8 Mar '26

MAT Feb 2026 CBT

5 Mar '26

MAT Feb 2026 CBT admit card

7 Apr '26 -

8 Apr '26

MAH MBA CET 2026 exam

9 May '26

MAH MBA CET 2026 exam 2

17 Oct '24 -

5 Dec '24

IIFT 2025 registration and app...

17 Feb '26

CMAT 2026 result

31 Jan '26 -

2 Feb '26

CMAT 2026 exam answer key obje...

3 Jan '25 -

28 Mar '26

PU MET Registrations 2026

31 Mar '26

PU MET 2026 Last Date to Depos...

The list of exams are recommended based on what other exams do the students in your area show interest in
qna

Student Forum

chatAnything you would want to ask experts?
Write here...

Answered 20 hours ago

Yes, Andhra Pradesh ICET syllabus is important for the preparation process because it help candidates prepare for the sections that will be included in Andhra Pradesh ICET question paper. Knowing the Andhra Pradesh ICET syllabus helps candidates create effective preparation strategy and target the w

...Read more

78471444
Shruti Garg

Contributor-Level 10

Answered 20 hours ago

The Andhra Pradesh ICET question paper will have 200 mutiple choice questions divided across three sections- Analyical Ability, Communication Ability and Mathematical Ability. 

The Analytical Ability section focuses on data sufficiency and problem solving questions, Mathematical Ability section focus

...Read more

N

Nishtha Datta

Contributor-Level 6

Answered 20 hours ago

To prepare for Andhra Pradesh ICET exam, candidates will be required to study the following subjects:

  • Analytical Ability
  • Mathematical Ability, and
  • Communication Ability

M

Mamona Shukla

Contributor-Level 6

Answered Yesterday

APSCHE has revised the Andhra Pradesh ICET 2026 application fee. The fee has been increased by INR 100 for each catregory.

  • OC- INR 750
  • BC- INR 700
  • SC/ST- INR 650

N

Nishtha Bhandari

Contributor-Level 6

Answered Yesterday

Yes, Andhra Pradesh ICET 2026 application last date without late fee has been extended again. Earlier, APSCHE revised the Andhra Pradesh ICET application last date 2026 from March 17 to March 23, 2026. Candidates must complete the registration process before the prescribed last date to avoid any lat

...Read more

D

Dhanya Dhyani

Contributor-Level 6

Answered 5 days ago

APICET is the most accepting entrance exam in the top MBA colleges in Vijayawada. Some o the colleges are mentioned below with their tuition fees -

Top CollegesTuition Fee
Prasad V Potluri Siddhartha Institute of TechnologyINR 1.2 lakh
Siddhartha Academy of Higher Education, Deemed to be UniversityINR 2 lakh
Andhra Loyola College (ALC, Vijayawada)INR 70,000
Parvathaneni Brahmayya Siddhartha College of Arts and ScienceINR 1.2 lakh
Vikas College of Engineering and TechnologyINR 70,000

Source: Official site and may vary.

T

Tasbiya Khan

Contributor-Level 10

Answered a week ago

Yes, APSCHE has revised the Andhra Pradesh ICET application fee 2026. The fee has been increased by INR 100 for each category. Check below to know Andhra Pradesh ICET application fee 2026 category wise:

Specifications

Details 

Application fee for OCINR 750
Application Fee for BCINR 700
Application Fee for SC/STINR 650

N

Nishtha Singh

Contributor-Level 6

Answered a week ago

AP ICET 2026 application for last date is extended again from March 17 to March 23, 2026. APSCHE is not expected to extend the Andhra Pradesh ICET application last date 2026 without late fee again. Candidates must complete the online form before last date.

K

Kritika Malhotra

Contributor-Level 6

Answered a week ago

APICET 2026 question paper will include 200 multiple-choice questions. These questions are divided across three sections as:

  • Analytical Ability (75 questions)
  • Mathematical Ability (55 questions)
  • Communication Ability (70 questions)

78471382
Shruti Garg

Contributor-Level 10

Answered a week ago

To download the APICET question paper, candidates can visit the APICET question paper link and select the year-wise link to download question papers. Andhra Pradesh ICET 2026 question papers will be released on May 05, 2026.

M

Mamona Shukla

Contributor-Level 6